The Tattva Heritage Foundation is proud to announce the upcoming publication of a significant work by esteemed scholars Vasundhara Filliozat and Pierre Filliozat on the Shaiva monuments and temples of Pattadakal, an architectural marvel from the early Chalukya reign. This monumental two-volume book is the product of a lifetime of scholarship dedicated to the study of Karnataka’s temple architecture, offering a detailed exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

The first volume will present an in-depth textual analysis of the Pattadakal temples, illuminating their historical, cultural, iconography and architectural significance within the broader context of South Indian temple construction. The second volume, filled with stunning photographs, will visually complement the text, bringing to life the artistry and craftsmanship that define these ancient structures.

Set to be released in January, this work is the most comprehensive scholarly treatise on the monuments of Pattadakal and will serve as an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Indian cultural heritage, offering fresh perspectives on the architectural innovations and religious traditions of early medieval India. Tattva Heritage Foundation is honored to support and publish this landmark contribution to the study of Indian temple architecture, ensuring its availability to a global audience.